Microsoft invests in local programs that benefit people of all ages. In Wisconsin, our collaborations are organized by our focus areas of Building Digital Skills, Enabling Sustainability, and Empowering Communities. The following program list contains a sample of the investments Microsoft makes on an annual basis.

培养数字技能 

Microsoft believes everyone should have access to the skills, technology, and opportunity they need to succeed in a changing economy.   Gateway Technical College Foundation  supports the mission of the College by mobilizing individuals and organizations to invest in students through financial support and engagement. It strengthens the diverse communities it serves by aligning resources with student needs.

• 数据中心学院奖学金数据中心学院奖学金 "计划通过消除障碍和促进劳动力多元化，为那些来自代表性不足背景的学生提供经济支持。该奖学金将为 Gateway 硬件基础设施、网络技术、网络安全和关键环境课程的学生提供直接教育补助，如学费、杂费、书本费、用品费和证书费。它还将支持两名 Gateway 教师成为 CompTIA 认证领域的培训师。

实现可持续发展

Climate change requires swift, collective action and technological innovation. We are committed to meeting our own goals while helping communities to do the same.   Root-Pike Watershed Initiative Network (Root-Pike WIN) works to restore, protect, and sustain the Root-Pike basin watersheds through the funding and facilitation of a regional network of locally initiated projects.

• 拉辛县和基诺沙县的主要流域恢复项目拉辛县和基诺沙县的主要流域恢复项目，包括 Pleasant 山村的项目，都得到了微软公司资金的支持。Root-Pike WIN 将利用这些资金进一步推动当前和待定项目的开发和完成，包括与 Lamparek Creek 和其他项目修复相关的咨询。资金将使 Root-Pike WIN 能够提供项目开发服务、促进水质宣传、支持赠款撰写以及扩大筹款活动。

增强社区能力

Microsoft is committed to strengthening communities and empowering the organizations that help them thrive. Whether affected by a recent emergency or decades of challenges, we use data, technology, and strategic investments to restore and support them for future generations.   Human Services | Racine County, WI assists thousands of families each year to help improve their lives and the lives of their families and loved ones.

• 青少年暑期就业计划拉辛县的青少年暑期就业计划通过带薪暑期工作来提高当地 15-18 岁青少年的能力。该计划不仅通过宝贵的工作经验提供软技能和金融知识，还有助于减少青少年司法系统的介入，提高高中毕业率，并提升未来的收入潜力。该县还与当地高等教育机构合作，让更多的青少年接触大学生活。通过与 Gateway 的 IMET 和 UW Parkside 等当地合作伙伴合作，该计划为青少年提供了一个强大的平台，让他们获得实用技能、导师指导，并为未来的职业生涯和个人发展打下坚实的基础。

拉辛县联合之路动员拉辛县的爱心力量，改善生活，改变我们的社区。

• 数字技能和社区支持这是社区扶持资金，用于支持有针对性的社区重点领域，如针对拉辛县居民的 STEM 教育和数字扫盲计划；成人的重返工作岗位和技能提升（如对当地Gener8tor计划的合作支持）；以及对拉辛县当地非营利组织、学校和服务不足群体的支持。